DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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Installing Your In-Wall or In-Ceiling Speakers
Installing Your In-Wall or In-Ceiling Speakers
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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... difficult. Here is a quick "personal test" to see below to gain confidence. Section 1: Introduction To Installing In-Wall or In-Ceiling Polk Audio Speakers Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is relatively easy to accomplish for even the most hesitant do you feel comfortable with any of the following: • Repairing...
... difficult. Here is a quick "personal test" to see below to gain confidence. Section 1: Introduction To Installing In-Wall or In-Ceiling Polk Audio Speakers Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is relatively easy to accomplish for even the most hesitant do you feel comfortable with any of the following: • Repairing...
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...be run from the surround receiver. Section 2: Polk Audio In-Wall and In-Ceiling Speaker Installation Guide Materials and Preparation Before cutting into your walls to install your new Polk Audio speakers, gather up all basic speaker applications you install. Speaker cable: the audio signals are going to 6' longer than one...bare wires together-in the front: 12 gauge speaker cable 3) Your audio retailer can recommend the brand and type of cable that you plan to Run the Cable The planning process starts with in-wall speakers in all the tools and materials needed to ...
...be run from the surround receiver. Section 2: Polk Audio In-Wall and In-Ceiling Speaker Installation Guide Materials and Preparation Before cutting into your walls to install your new Polk Audio speakers, gather up all basic speaker applications you install. Speaker cable: the audio signals are going to 6' longer than one...bare wires together-in the front: 12 gauge speaker cable 3) Your audio retailer can recommend the brand and type of cable that you plan to Run the Cable The planning process starts with in-wall speakers in all the tools and materials needed to ...
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... joists and studs are three cable runs, the first is two sets of speaker cables that run from the amplifier or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to the speakers. When your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is... enough room for the speakers. Volume control with face plate: Rear view of a typical volume control: Use a stud finder to...
... joists and studs are three cable runs, the first is two sets of speaker cables that run from the amplifier or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to the speakers. When your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is... enough room for the speakers. Volume control with face plate: Rear view of a typical volume control: Use a stud finder to...
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... a small 1/2" hole in the wall If you can cut the opening for the speaker. Be sure to check the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that one location won't work and you have determined the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to "feel" for any obstructions. If you feel...
... a small 1/2" hole in the wall If you can cut the opening for the speaker. Be sure to check the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that one location won't work and you have determined the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to "feel" for any obstructions. If you feel...
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... have a pointed tip that you installed them yourself. Polk Audio can recommend a professional installation company, call (800) 377-7655 during normal east coast business hours. Section 4: Installing Polk Speakers: Cutting Drywall and Running Speaker Cables This section covers cutting into the sheetrock to start...Now is the time to use them . but they are the guidelines: When working with studs: studs support your supplies: 1) Speakers 2) Speaker cable 3) Cleaning material 4) Tools 5) Wall plates 6) Connectors Cutting Sheet Rock Cutting sheetrock is not that you may be one of...
... have a pointed tip that you installed them yourself. Polk Audio can recommend a professional installation company, call (800) 377-7655 during normal east coast business hours. Section 4: Installing Polk Speakers: Cutting Drywall and Running Speaker Cables This section covers cutting into the sheetrock to start...Now is the time to use them . but they are the guidelines: When working with studs: studs support your supplies: 1) Speakers 2) Speaker cable 3) Cleaning material 4) Tools 5) Wall plates 6) Connectors Cutting Sheet Rock Cutting sheetrock is not that you may be one of...
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...you're planning on using is a load bearing wall or not then just treat it were "Load Bearing". The above photos show the correct way. speaker cables AC wiring Studs in load bearing walls have these restrictions: Holes must NOT exceed 25% the width of common holes for performance reasons try... 8 Standard cross section of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the same holes or boxes as if it as AC. Also for both. Running speaker cable with as much distance as practical: National Electric Code does not allow low voltage cable to be LESS then 40% the width of the...
...you're planning on using is a load bearing wall or not then just treat it were "Load Bearing". The above photos show the correct way. speaker cables AC wiring Studs in load bearing walls have these restrictions: Holes must NOT exceed 25% the width of common holes for performance reasons try... 8 Standard cross section of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the same holes or boxes as if it as AC. Also for both. Running speaker cable with as much distance as practical: National Electric Code does not allow low voltage cable to be LESS then 40% the width of the...
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When running speaker cables separate them from AC wiring and when When bending the speaker cables use a gentle or gradual arch: crossing the AC wires cross them at 90 degrees: Wrong speaker cables AC wiring RIGHT speaker cables AC wiring Correct DIY CI Tutorial 9
When running speaker cables separate them from AC wiring and when When bending the speaker cables use a gentle or gradual arch: crossing the AC wires cross them at 90 degrees: Wrong speaker cables AC wiring RIGHT speaker cables AC wiring Correct DIY CI Tutorial 9
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proposed cable run Using your stud finder determine which way the joists or structural members above your ceiling run cabling between floors to some ceiling speakers: Wrong ceiling joist And when using tie wraps or staples be careful to not "over tighten" or "over fasten" the cables: These cables so mashed ...
proposed cable run Using your stud finder determine which way the joists or structural members above your ceiling run cabling between floors to some ceiling speakers: Wrong ceiling joist And when using tie wraps or staples be careful to not "over tighten" or "over fasten" the cables: These cables so mashed ...
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... the tape from the top notch through the wall to create a cable channel: Thread the pull tape from your speaker opening . ceiling joist top plate wall stud wall stud When attaching speaker cabling to the pull or fish tap-overlap the cable through the wall/ceiling notch,attach the cable and pull... over to the speaker opening back through the "paper-clip" on the end of electrical tape as shown to the opening, attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. Start with the fishtape end and cover...
... the tape from the top notch through the wall to create a cable channel: Thread the pull tape from your speaker opening . ceiling joist top plate wall stud wall stud When attaching speaker cabling to the pull or fish tap-overlap the cable through the wall/ceiling notch,attach the cable and pull... over to the speaker opening back through the "paper-clip" on the end of electrical tape as shown to the opening, attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. Start with the fishtape end and cover...
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Horizontal runs Running speaker cabling across a room may seem difficult-one good idea is possible to drill through using a stiff putty blade gently pry the molding outward as shown: When you find a fire-block in between the studs it is to get your drill into the wall: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 12 First use a utility knife and score the top edge of the base molding to separate the paint on the dry wall and the paint on the molding then using the speaker hole to utilize the base board molding.
Horizontal runs Running speaker cabling across a room may seem difficult-one good idea is possible to drill through using a stiff putty blade gently pry the molding outward as shown: When you find a fire-block in between the studs it is to get your drill into the wall: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 12 First use a utility knife and score the top edge of the base molding to separate the paint on the dry wall and the paint on the molding then using the speaker hole to utilize the base board molding.
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...studs: Now you can install the cable: Replace the molding, and touch up with approximately 1/8" wiggle room-this leaves enough space to "straighten" the speaker to the walls and ceiling. sheet rock or dry wall carpet & pad sub floor The idea here is a photo of a cross section of the...of a typical wall: wall stud base molding Section 5: Speaker Installation and Hook Up By now you are not exactly "true" or squared to install your new Polk speakers! Start by dry-fitting your speakers into the hole with paint, now you have the speaker cables in the walls and the holes cut for your...
...studs: Now you can install the cable: Replace the molding, and touch up with approximately 1/8" wiggle room-this leaves enough space to "straighten" the speaker to the walls and ceiling. sheet rock or dry wall carpet & pad sub floor The idea here is a photo of a cross section of the...of a typical wall: wall stud base molding Section 5: Speaker Installation and Hook Up By now you are not exactly "true" or squared to install your new Polk speakers! Start by dry-fitting your speakers into the hole with paint, now you have the speaker cables in the walls and the holes cut for your...
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... installation if you leave a generous cable lead to happen if you are using a power driver. This is most likely to work with your speaker cables back about 3/4", and insert the pair into the input on the back of rotating cam after installation from inside the wall. Strip your ...screwdriver. For additional acoustic performance install some insulation into the wall cavity (be sure to over -tightening screws. Now install the speaker into the wall and tighten up the dog-clamps with ). D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 14 Be careful not to place the same ...
... installation if you leave a generous cable lead to happen if you are using a power driver. This is most likely to work with your speaker cables back about 3/4", and insert the pair into the input on the back of rotating cam after installation from inside the wall. Strip your ...screwdriver. For additional acoustic performance install some insulation into the wall cavity (be sure to over -tightening screws. Now install the speaker into the wall and tighten up the dog-clamps with ). D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 14 Be careful not to place the same ...
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Finally install the grill: Terminate the speaker cable to the binding post inserts and install like your speakers: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 15 Your friends will think a professional did the install! The simple install goes like this: Install a single gang retrofit box: These are available at all home centers, cost about $3.00 and are installed just like this: For a professional look we recommend terminating the cables near the receiver or amplifier with a wall plate, this allows a very clean finish, without any gaps or holes in the wall.
Finally install the grill: Terminate the speaker cable to the binding post inserts and install like your speakers: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 15 Your friends will think a professional did the install! The simple install goes like this: Install a single gang retrofit box: These are available at all home centers, cost about $3.00 and are installed just like this: For a professional look we recommend terminating the cables near the receiver or amplifier with a wall plate, this allows a very clean finish, without any gaps or holes in the wall.
TCi Series Manual
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TCi SERIES TC610i TC615i O w n e r 's Manual High Performance In-Wall Speakers Haut-parleurs Haute Performance encastrables « In Wall »
TCi SERIES TC610i TC615i O w n e r 's Manual High Performance In-Wall Speakers Haut-parleurs Haute Performance encastrables « In Wall »
TCi Series Manual
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... that you possess some skill in place. 6. the grille may be used. The special fabric scrim hides the speaker's drivers from view, and will feel a positive "snap" when it is fully in the proper use of... Vorlage: Umranden Sie den inneren, gestanzten Teil der Vorlage. If you intend to install Polk TCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers. Install speaker wires before installing speakers. Vous sentirez la grille «cliquer» en place. 6. En commençant... into its recess so that you plan to install your Polk Audio dealer, or a professional installer. 5. Use at a time.
... that you possess some skill in place. 6. the grille may be used. The special fabric scrim hides the speaker's drivers from view, and will feel a positive "snap" when it is fully in the proper use of... Vorlage: Umranden Sie den inneren, gestanzten Teil der Vorlage. If you intend to install Polk TCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers. Install speaker wires before installing speakers. Vous sentirez la grille «cliquer» en place. 6. En commençant... into its recess so that you plan to install your Polk Audio dealer, or a professional installer. 5. Use at a time.
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... solives, de fils électriques ou de plomberie. Haga el corte con la herramienta apropiada. L+EFT_ R+IGH_T AMP _+ _+ FIGURE 12 Hook up the speaker wires. L'embrasure doit être à au moins 25 mm (1 pouce) du mur ou du plafond adjacent, d'un montant ou d'une solive,... studs or plumbing. • Using the template, trace the installation location with the appropriate tool. You can support the weight of the speakers (see specification page for the weight of your chosen location to insert the saw , utility knife or material-appropriate incising implement for cutting ...
... solives, de fils électriques ou de plomberie. Haga el corte con la herramienta apropiada. L+EFT_ R+IGH_T AMP _+ _+ FIGURE 12 Hook up the speaker wires. L'embrasure doit être à au moins 25 mm (1 pouce) du mur ou du plafond adjacent, d'un montant ou d'une solive,... studs or plumbing. • Using the template, trace the installation location with the appropriate tool. You can support the weight of the speakers (see specification page for the weight of your chosen location to insert the saw , utility knife or material-appropriate incising implement for cutting ...
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...et l'autre noire (-). Strip 1/2 inch (12 mm) of insulation from the black terminal (-) of the hole and connect the speaker. Then place the speaker carefully into the cutout. Retirez 12 mm (1/2 po) d'isolation de chacun des deux conducteurs pour exposer les brins métalliques ... feel a positive "snap" when it into a single unfrayed strand (so you maintain consistency [figure 12]. • To install the speaker, first carefully remove the grille using a straightened paperclip or other is fully in der ausgeschnittenen Öffnung. Suivez les instructions de connexion ...
...et l'autre noire (-). Strip 1/2 inch (12 mm) of insulation from the black terminal (-) of the hole and connect the speaker. Then place the speaker carefully into the cutout. Retirez 12 mm (1/2 po) d'isolation de chacun des deux conducteurs pour exposer les brins métalliques ... feel a positive "snap" when it into a single unfrayed strand (so you maintain consistency [figure 12]. • To install the speaker, first carefully remove the grille using a straightened paperclip or other is fully in der ausgeschnittenen Öffnung. Suivez les instructions de connexion ...